CAD Operator, Career Pathway certificate
CAD operators take instructions from designers, drafting, engineering, and other personnel to create 3D models. These models might be used for manufacturing, design concepts, or prototyping. CAD operators typically work under more experienced personnel.
Award information
| Award | Length (attending full-time) | Financial aid eligible | Currently accepting students? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Pathway Certificate: CAD Operator | Less than 1 year |
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Course listing for the 2025-2026 catalog year.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CADD?126 | Introduction to AutoCAD | 3 |
| CADD?175 | SolidWorks Fundamentals | 3 |
| CADD?185 | Inventor Fundamentals | 3 |
| CADD?235 | Materials and Design for Manufacturing Processes | 3 |
| CADD?275 | SolidWorks Advanced | 3 |
| CADD?160 | Drafting Fundamentals | 4 |
| Total Credits | 19 | |
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